Airport School
Aai Residential Quarters, Sardarnagar · Ahmedabad · Gujarat
If you’re looking for a long-standing CBSE school in Ahmedabad that balances academics with a structured environment, Airport School might already be on your list.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE (Affiliation No. 430133)
- Classes
- Nursery to XII
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (day school)
- Founded
- 1977 (Opened on 8 June 1979)
- Student–teacher ratio
- 5:1 (as per mandatory disclosure); average class size ~35
- Students
- Around 1,200–1,300 (as per Careers360 and class size data)
Staff
67 teachers (10 PGTs, 27 TGTs, 30 PRTs); Counsellor: Dr. Deepika Jain; Principal: Ms. Shalini Dhanwani (M.Sc., B.Ed)Summary for the Parent
Overview
Airport School, Ahmedabad is a long-standing CBSE day school known for its academic consistency, disciplined environment, and transparent operations. The school’s infrastructure is solid, and its fees are moderate compared to other CBSE schools in the city.
Best Fit For
Children who are academically focused and comfortable in a structured environment.
Families who value discipline and consistent exam performance.
Students who enjoy participating in school-based cultural and sports activities.
Strengths
Excellent CBSE results year after year.
Transparent fee structure and safety documentation.
Experienced teaching staff and approachable leadership.
Balanced focus on academics and co-curriculars.
Convenient location near the airport.
Trade-offs / Things to Check
Limited playground space compared to newer schools.
Some older reviews mention management issues — worth verifying current practices.
Extracurricular exposure may be more internal than inter-school.
Pre-primary pedagogy may feel traditional to some parents.
Transport fee details not clearly published.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request the latest enrollment numbers and teacher turnover data.
Confirm transport routes, timings, and costs.
Ask to observe a class, especially in pre-primary or primary sections.
Clarify admission criteria and any additional charges.
Check how the school supports children with different learning needs.
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